The Descendants
The Descendants (2011) is a comedy drama, directed by Alexander Payne. It stars George Clooney and Shailene Woodley. The 115-minute film holds an audience score of 6.8/10.
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What The Descendants Is About
Alexander Payne's 2011 film follows a lawyer whose wife is in a coma. In the same days he has to decide about selling family land. He learns she was having an affair. The film gives grief alongside anger; the narrative shows Hawaii not as a holiday destination but as a place people live. George Clooney was nominated and the film won the Academy Award for adapted screenplay. It is adapted from a novel. The tone is sad and comic at once. Who it's for: those who like family drama. Who it's not for: viewers expecting an emotional close; the film keeps it measured.
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What is The Descendants about?
Alexander Payne's 2011 film follows a lawyer whose wife is in a coma. In the same days he has to decide about selling family land.
Where can I watch The Descendants?
The Descendants is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Descendants?
The Descendants runs for 115 minutes (1h 55m).
When did The Descendants come out?
The Descendants was released in 2011.
Who directed The Descendants?
The Descendants was directed by Alexander Payne.
Who stars in The Descendants?
The Descendants stars George Clooney, Shailene Woodley, Amara Miller, Nick Krause.
What is The Descendants's rating?
The Descendants holds 7.3/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 72 out of 100.
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